Taliban claim control of key Afghan border crossing The Taliban has captured the strategic border crossing of Spin Boldak on the frontier with Pakistan, continuing sweeping gains made since foreign forces stepped up … World • 14 Jul 21
Bush's single term shaped US history for decades He was president for only four years, but George HW Bush shaped US history for decades, taking on tough jobs from Beijing to the CIA, … US • 01 Dec 18
Former US president George HW Bush dies aged 94 Former US president George HW Bush, who presided over the end of the Cold War but lost a chance for a second term after breaking … US • 01 Dec 18
Obama, Bush mourn former rival McCain at service Former US presidents Barack Obama and George W Bush, once fierce rivals of the late Senator John McCain, have praised him in eulogies at a … US • 01 Sep 18
Former US first lady Barbara Bush in 'failing health' Barbara Bush, the wife of former US President George HW Bush, is in "failing health" and has decided to no longer seek medical treatment, the … US • 16 Apr 18
Five former US presidents unite for benefit concert All five of the US's living former presidents took the stage last night at a benefit concert in Texas to raise money for victims of … US • 22 Oct 17
George W Bush praises Britain's role in Iraq war Former US president George W Bush has reiterated his belief that the world is "better off" without Saddam Hussein, as a damning inquiry blasted Britain's … News • 06 Jul 16
CIA chief admits officers used 'abhorrent' methods CIA Director John Brennan has admitted some agency officers used "abhorrent" methods on detainees captured following the 9/11 attacks. News • 11 Dec 14
Ex-US president George W Bush has heart procedure Former US President George W Bush has undergone a procedure to have a stent placed in heart to clear a blocked artery. News • 06 Aug 13
